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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kim, Neuro-ophthalmologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Tim Kim, MD is a Neuro-ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Kim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kim’s office at (619) 532-6400.
What languages does Dr. Kim speak?
Dr. Kim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Kim typically treat?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, Dr. Kim diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Kim. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Walleye
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
What procedures does a Neuro-ophthalmologist like Dr. Kim typically perform?
As a Neuro-ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tim Kim may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
Please contact Dr. Kim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kim accept my insurance?
Dr. Kim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 532-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kim accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kim in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kim's office located?
What is Dr. Kim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932306925.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kim
What is Dr. Tim Kim's specialty?
Dr. Kim is a Neuro-ophthalmologist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Neuro-ophthalmologist do?
A neuro-ophthalmologist is a subspecialist in ophthalmology who evaluates, treats, and studies disorders related to the eye, orbit, and nervous system, particularly concerning the interactions between the visual motor and visual sensory systems and the central nervous system. These specialists manage patients with complex and severe neuro-ophthalmological disorders.
Is this Dr. Tim Kim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kim is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Neuro-ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tim Kim accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tim Kim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tim Kim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (619) 532-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tim Kim?
Please contact Dr. Kim's office at (619) 532-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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